and you have to check out the advent box, i bought it a while back and have treasured it ever since. i believe you can still buy them here.

this figure by august moon, has special meaning to me. it was given to me 2 years ago when i had 3 children...now i have 4, i wonder if i can add to it.

don't you just love the holidays. hot chocolate, fires, candles and a peaceful feeling.

my dad restored the hoosier when i was a child

and now it has permanent residence in my home.

these are a couple of my favorite things...

a small quilt made by a friend who past away last year

and this old toy that was a gift many years ago.

i love garlands and snowmen.

i love these figures, this one is called "snow queenie", quite suiting for the queen herself.

this is our tree. the kids decorate it.

this is my favorite ornament.

come into the kitchen and i'll make some hot chocolate.

i keep my small christmas plates in this vintage dish rack.

have a seat and don't worry about spilling on the quilt, the kids do all the time...

yes, that's the candle i was talking about. this one is called mrs. klaus's kitchen.

i love candles...candles, candles, candles...

come with me, and i'll show you my room, i'd show you the other bedrooms, but i'm quite sure it would ruin your virtual experience.

my dear friend jill made the framed dresden plate. LOVE it, and i made the snowman candle holder years ago. it's still a favorite.

oh, and you must see some of "bob's" handiwork. he updated the bathroom not too long ago.

we love him.

well, that's it. thanks for coming by. this time next year we may be in a different house (keep your fingers crossed) and i am so glad you were able to share these memories with me. have a merry christmas and remember... represent Him well...

Julie,Wow! Your home is so beautiful. It looks so warm and inviting. I LOVE your idea of using a muffin tin in the kitchen filled with votive candles. What a great idea! Thank you so much for sharing!Blessings,Kymber

So many beautiful ideas but my absolute favorite is the wording on the doors. The candles in the muffin tin are great too. I also read your posts below and one of the grocery stores I frequent sells eggs with that verse printed on the carton. I love to buy them just to see that verse in the morning! Our neighborhood is such a friendly one. Just a couple of weeks ago I ran over to borrow a couple of muffin liners from one neighbor. In return we sent some of the cute turkey cupcakes we made back over =) We all keep an eye on each others houses and pets when we go on vacation etc... I am thankful the neighborhoods like ours still in America. Thanks for sharing.

I liked the virtual walk through your home starting with the open front door, Come in... So warm and inviting. Love the old snowman toy displayed and the quilt too. I ,too thought the muffin tin idea for votive candlesvery clever. Thanks for sharing your home with us. Merry Christmas!

the picture above is taken from, the very talented, sheryl johnson's sewing room...check out the tour on my side bar

julie isa

willing hands

Why Tattered & Willing?

because i love old tattered quilts and primitive things. they have character, they have a story, & they have been loved. willing, because we should always be willing to lend a hand to anyone who needs it. service brings joy and teaches children love and compassion. to be willing is everything and if your tattered it's because your being useful.